
Providing evidence-based and accessible lactation and infant feeding support in the DC Metro area and beyond.
Welcome to Bridges Lactation! I’m glad you’re here. I’m Abbie, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), and mom of two. Feeding your baby can sometimes feel overwhelming, and my goal is to support you to feed your baby in a way that is rewarding, joyful, and sustainable for you and your family.
My care philosophy…
Parents deserve access to evidence-based infant feeding education that is not accompanied by shame or blame.
Breastfeeding is a reciprocal relationship that should be mutually beneficial to both you and your baby.
Your family’s infant feeding goals and unique context should be prioritized over broad recommendations. My goals as an IBCLC are to help you reach YOUR goals as a family.
Services
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A comprehensive consultation for your infant feeding questions and concerns, all in the comfort of your home. Learn more.
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Discuss your infant feeding questions and concerns in my private office space in Gaithersburg, MD. Learn more.
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For parents who are outside my travel radius, virtual visits are an excellent way to discuss your infant feeding questions and concerns over encrypted, HIPAA-compliant video chat. Learn more.
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3 months-1 year of expert, personalized lactation support. More information here.
Prenatal preparation
Introducing solids
Returning to work
Improving shallow latch
Increasing supply
Breastfeeding multiples
I provide support with…
Decreasing supply
Weaning
Nipple pain and damage
Engorgement
Clogged ducts and mastitis
Using your pump
Bottle difficulty or refusal
Starting daycare
Weaning from a nipple shield
Feeding premature infants
Relactating/inducing lactation
Flange sizing
Feeding formula or donor milk
Pre/post work for tongue/lip ties
and more!